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Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast
Are you a lazy entrepreneur who wants to work smarter, not harder? If so, you’re in the right place!
Hosted by Kristy Yoder, CEO of SmartVAs and Meet5starVAs, this podcast is all about leveraging delegation, automation, systems and virtual assistants to scale your business efficiently—without doing everything yourself.
Born and raised in Manila, Philippines, Kristy moved to the U.S. and grew her agency from a one-person operation to 70+ team members. Her business 10x’d within three months of hiring her first virtual assistant, and now she’s on a mission to help other overwhelmed entrepreneurs experience the same success.
Each episode dives into proven strategies for delegation, outsourcing, automation, and productivity, featuring expert insights and real-world success stories.
So, if you’re ready to achieve more by doing less, subscribe to Lazy Entrepreneur podcast and start building a business that runs without you doing it all!
Lazy Entrepreneur Podcast
Ep 215: CEO vs. Business Operator: What’s the Difference?
Are you truly acting as the CEO of your business… or are you just operating it?
Many business owners proudly call themselves “CEO,” but in reality, they’re stuck in the daily grind—handling emails, chasing invoices, micromanaging their team, and never really leading. Sound familiar?
In this eye-opening episode, we tackle the crucial difference between being a true CEO and merely operating your business—and why this distinction could be the key to scaling without burnout.
What You'll Learn:
- The telltale signs you're stuck in "operator mode" instead of leading as a CEO
- How to transition from doing everything to strategic leadership
- Practical steps to work ON your business instead of IN it
- Real systems for automating your business to run without your constant presence
CEO vs. Operator: What's the Difference?
In a nutshell: Business Operators work IN their business (handling emails, admin, customer service) and feel essential to daily operations. CEOs work ON their business, focusing on vision, strategy, and growth while trusting their team and systems.
The Path from Operator to CEO
We break down four essential steps to elevate your role:
- Audit Your Tasks - Track your activities and identify what only YOU can do
- Build & Trust Your Team - Start delegating, beginning with a virtual assistant
- Create Systems - Automate repetitive processes in client management, finances, and marketing
- Focus on Strategy - Dedicate your time to growth opportunities and high-level decisions
Key Takeaway
The biggest shift isn't just in what you do—it's in how you think about your role. A true CEO builds a business that thrives even when they step away, creating both freedom for themselves and sustainable growth for their company.
Ready to make the shift? Start by delegating one small task today that's been consuming your time, and redirect that energy toward strategic thinking.
Resources Mentioned
- Meet5StarVAs.com - Find skilled virtual assistants to help you step into your CEO role
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